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1976 [c1884]
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"Tales of the Colorado Pioneers, by Alice Polk Hill, contains many interesting stories of early struggles of the men who settled and developed the Centennial State." -San Francisco Chronicle, Nov. 9, 1884
"Alice Polk Hill...has collected all the stories, witty pathetic, and exciting, of the early days in the Centennial State...far pleasanter to read the thrilling stories than live through their real trials." -Courier-Journal, Sept. 21, 1884
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History, old-style wool blankets, changes brought about by traders, symbolism of design and color, a Navajo weaver at work, more. Emphasis on Navajo. Includes information on the Bayeta blanket, squaw dresses, dyeing, belts, garters, hair braids, imitation blankets, the Chimayó blanket, and reliable dealers. 254 illustrations, 32 in color.
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1984, c1936
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First published in 1936, this book is a collection of sixteen stories recounting James ("Uncle Jimmie") McKenna's tales of prospecting, Indian Fights, exploration, town life and all the characters from the early days of the Black Range, the Mogollons, and the rest of the Gila Country of southwest New Mexico. The result is alternately humorous, poignant, amazing or insightful, and paints a vivid picture of a people who embodied the measured optimism...
18) Taos Indians
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[1976]
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One of the oldest Native American settlements in the United States is the Taos Pueblo in New Mexico. After the Mexican War ended in 1848 there was increased interest in the Taos Indians who were now part of the new Territory under American rule. Anthropologists and historians came to the area to study and when possible to record what they heard and saw. The Taos Indians were, however, often reluctant to share information with strangers. They wanted...
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